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I can see where the Gman is coming from. However it doesn't sound like he quite understands reel torque. The gear ratio is only one part of the equation as far a torque goes. You would have to also take into account handle length and spool size. He said he is a 6.8:1 guy and seldom uses a 7.3:1. Guess what? A Daiwa tatula SV TW with 7.3:1 gear @29.4" IPT and a 90mm handle has slightly more torque than a Lews lite speed lfs with 6.8:1 gear @ 28" IPT and a 85mm handle.

12lb floroclear = 14lbs 15lb tatsu = 12lbs 8lb floroclear = 9.5lbs 10lb tatsu = 6.5lbs That's dry line with grigsby knot and palomar knot tied to snaps. Lines mostly broke in the center not at the knots. Would be interesting to try it wet with different knots. I now however use the palomar knot. The grigsby knot will just fall apart if it is hit with something (like a worm weight).

Has anyone ever compared the breaking strength of Tatsu and floroclear? The best line ever made and the worst line ever made. Compare lines of the same diameter (ie 12lb floroclear to 15lb tatsu, or 8lb floroclear to 10lb tatsu). Use terminal knots and break them on a spring scale. You may be surprised by the results.

Thanks Glenn, That's what I was looking for. Steve

Senko, Zero, Ocho, Dinger, ect.... What do you guys think is the beat plastic cigar? And I'm not talking cubans. How does the action and fish catching ability compare to there toughness? Also what size and type of hook do you like to rig them with? Thanks, Steve